If you weren’t a cricketer, you would have been...In all probability, I would have been a software engineer.
What is the best thing about being the captain of a cricket team?At the Under-19 level it feels good to be the captain as everyone,
including the coaches, look after you and your sense of responsibility increases. Also, that we have the best group among all.

A cricketer who inspires you.I have always been inspired by Sachin Tendulkar. Virat Kohli’s current performance also inspires me.

What’s the best thing about Delhi?Delhi is a great place for sports and one gets to meet a lot of sportsmen here. I also love the city’s wide roads.

Do you enjoy playing or watching any other sport?I have been a national-level swimmer too. I also enjoy playing football.

Your biggest dream?To play for the country for at least 10 more years.

The one thing you would like to unlearn.I think at my age, it’s only good to learn new things.

The biggest risk you have ever taken...When I bunked school for the first time in Class 9.

Your dream destination?Switzerland. It’s simply breathtaking.

Who is your 3am friend?My uncle, who has always guided me.

The people you are closest to.My friends Utsav and Arjun.

You have three minutes to pack, what do you take with you?My phone, my driver’s licence, keys and bank cards.